In a crackdown on counterfeit products, Mumbai Police dismantled an organized racket selling fake mobile accessories in Ghatkopar. The police seized counterfeit goods worth around Rs 16.33 lakh and filed cases against six shopkeepers involved in the illegal operation.
The police took action based on intelligence inputs regarding the sale of fake mobile accessories masquerading as Apple Inc. products. Raids were conducted in Ghatkopar East, specifically in Patel Chowk and Niloyog Mall areas, where these items were being openly sold.
During the raids, a significant amount of counterfeit goods, including mobile chargers, adapters, USB cables, mobile covers, earphones, AirPods, and batteries, were confiscated from six shops. These products closely resembled genuine Apple accessories and were deceptively marketed as authentic items to customers.
Authorities discovered that the accused were using Apple’s logo and design without authorization, procuring these fake products at low prices and selling them at inflated rates. The seized items have been confirmed as fake by the company’s representatives, emphasizing the need for specialized training to identify such counterfeit products accurately.
Cases have been registered against the six accused under Sections 51 and 63 of the Copyright Act, and the seized goods have been secured for further investigation. The police are actively working to identify and apprehend other individuals associated with the racket, underscoring their commitment to ongoing efforts against counterfeit goods in the city.
